The Fed and Fraud

Federal investigators are issuing a stark warning against the rise of "fraudfluencers"—social media scammers who publicly boast about exploiting government programs and solicit followers to join in on taxpayer-funded schemes. Highlighted in a report by Fox News, Department of Labor Inspector General Anthony D'Esposito and the White House Task Force to Eliminate Fraud are aggressively pursuing these online schemers who glamorize government theft. High-profile cases—such as former contract worker Britteny Egland, who stole $2.8 million by offering illegal filing services to her thousands of social media followers—have resulted in hefty federal prison sentences and orders for full restitution. Authorities warn that while scammers are using modern platforms to normalize theft, their high-definition digital footprints make it easier than ever for law enforcement to track them down and prosecute. See full story here!